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TDS Formol
TDS Formol
Sika® Formol
CONCRETE FORM RELEASE AGENT
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Packaging 5 litres, 20 litres and 200 litres
Appearance / Colour Blue/green liquid
Shelf Life Twelve (12) months from date of manufacture when stored as stated.
Storage Conditions Store in unopened original containers in dry conditions between +5°C and
+30°C. Keep containers closed and in a well ventilated area when not in
use. Do not expose to direct sunlight in storage.
Density ~ 0.85 kg/litre
Flash Point 80.5°C
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Consumption Timber - up to 19 m²/litre
Steel - up to 30 m²/litre
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOLOGY HEALTH AND SAFETY
APPLICATION For information and advice on the safe handling, stor-
age and disposal of chemical products, users shall refer
▪ Sika® Formol is supplied ready to use and should not to the most recent Safety Data Sheet (SDS) containing
be diluted. physical, ecological, toxicological and other safety-re-
▪ Surfaces to be coated should be clean and free from lated data.
grease, dirt or old concrete.
▪ The optimum method of application is by conven- LEGAL NOTES
tional spray equipment, however, a brush or roller
can also be used. The information, and, in particular, the recommenda-
▪ Sika® Formol should be applied at the stated cover- tions relating to the application and end-use of Sika
age rates to obtain a thin and even film over the en- products, are given in good faith based on Sika’s cur-
tire surface of the mould or formwork. rent knowledge and experience of the products when
▪ Any excess liquid remaining on the surface after ap- properly stored, handled and applied under normal
plication should be mopped off. Allow 1 - 3 hours to conditions in accordance with Sika’s recommenda-
dry before pouring concrete. tions. In practice, the differences in materials, sub-
strates and actual site conditions are such that no war-
LIMITATIONS ranty in respect of merchantability or of fitness for a
particular purpose, nor any liability arising out of any
▪ Treated formwork should not be left exposed to legal relationship whatsoever, can be inferred either
heavy weathering or dust accumulation for long peri- from this information, or from any written recom-
ods, maximum 7 days depending on conditions. mendations, or from any other advice offered. The
▪ New unsealed timber will initially require 2 - 3 coats user of the product must test the product’s suitability
of Sika® Formol due to the porosity of the timber. for the intended application and purpose. Sika re-
▪ Only a thin film of the product is required to ensure serves the right to change the properties of its
maximum performance. Excess application may products. The proprietary rights of third parties must
cause staining. be observed. All orders are accepted subject to our
current terms of sale and delivery. Users must always
BASIS OF PRODUCT DATA refer to the most recent issue of the local Product Data
Sheet for the product concerned, copies of which will
All technical data stated in this Product Data Sheet are be supplied on request. It may be necessary to adapt
based on laboratory tests. Actual measured data may the above disclaimer to specific local laws and regula-
vary due to circumstances beyond our control. tions. Any changes to this disclaimer may only be im-
plemented with permission of Sika® Corporate Legal in
LOCAL RESTRICTIONS Baar.
Please note that as a result of specific local regula-
tions the performance of this product may vary from
country to country. Please consult the local Product
Data Sheet for the exact description of the application
fields.
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